Hello dear callers.
I have a question about when a caller brings up a recent passing during a public dance.
When Kim Yerton passed, I heard about it the day before and grieved. The next day the
caller dedicated a dance to her and I almost had to leave the dance. Left the line to get
away from listening to the words about Kim. I realize this is my own reaction and
sensitivity.
Wondering what y’all say on mic about a recent passing and dedication, as it could be a
surprise to some dancers?
At a recent ECD weekend, the caller dedicated a dance to Christine Robb and said to dance
it with appreciation and joy as that is what she would’ve wanted instead of grief and
sorrow.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Claire Takemori (Asheville NC)
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> Date: Tue, 7 May 2024 13:26:02 -0400
> From: Greenleaf <laleaf(a)gmail.com>
> Subject: [Callers] Tony Parkes 1949-2024
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> Caller Tony Parkes passed away yesterday with his wife, Beth, at his side. He will be
missed.
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> At the lovely Tony Parkes tribute at this year’s Neffa Festival, Beth spoke of how
Tony was touched and surprised that so many people were telling him about his impact on
their lives. Well, yes, Tony! He was a true treasure.
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> Lisa Greenleaf
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> From: Mary Collins <nativedae(a)gmail.com>
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> Lisa,
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> Thanks for sharing this. I am calling Friday and will certainly add a Tony
> aspect to the evening. His insights, support & dance writing will be
> sorely missed.
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> Mary Collins
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> "And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who
> couldn't hear the music." - Nietzsche
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> “Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass ... it's about learning
> to dance in the rain!” ~ unknown
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>> Caller Tony Parkes passed away yesterday with his wife, Beth, at his side.
>> He will be missed.
>>
>> At the lovely Tony Parkes tribute at this year’s Neffa Festival, Beth
>> spoke of how Tony was touched and surprised that so many people were
>> telling him about his impact on their lives. Well, yes, Tony! He was a true
>> treasure.
>>
>> Lisa Greenleaf
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